Southwest Research Institute

The Southwest Research Institute is an independent, nonprofit applied engineering and physical sciences research and development organization. The organization maintains more than 10 offices and employs a work force of over 3,300 people. It specializes in the creation and transfer of technology in engineering and physical sciences. The Southwest Research Institute s facilities feature laboratories, test units and offices. The organization conducts research in various topics, including aerospace electronics and information technology, automation and data systems, space science and signal exploitation and geolocation. It also focuses on chemical, geoscience, mechanical and material engineering. The Southwest Research Institute conducts research related to engines, fuels and lubricants.